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AFETY
UIDELINES
Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual before using or servicing
the pallet truck constitutes misuse of the product. Study the entire manual before you use the tugger
for the first time and before each subsequent use. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of the safe
use and maintenance procedures. If questions remain after you finish reading the manual, contact Vestil for
answers. DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem with the tugger unless you are certain that it will be safe to use
afterwards.
To decrease the risk of electrocution:
DO NOT contact or operate the tugger close to electrified wires or other sources of electricity;
Before operating the E-TUG-HD , always inspect the area where you will use it.
Improper use might result in serious personal injuries to the operator and/or bystanders. To
minimize the possibility of injury, ALL persons who might operate, perform maintenance on, or service the E-
TUG-HD must read, understand and apply the following instructions:
DO NOT operate the E-TUG -HDunless and until you are:
1. Trained to use the machine; AND
2. Certified as a trained operator by your employer in accordance with U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR
§1910.178) and any standards incorporated by reference (e.g. ANSI/ITSDF B56.1-2005).
DO NOT attempt to lift or transport loads that exceed the rated capacity.
Inspect the machine before each use; DO NOT use the tugger unless it is in normal condition. Normal operating
condition exists if the tugger passes the inspection and functions tests.
DO NOT use the unit until you read and understand the entire owner's manual. Review the manual before
each use AND before performing maintenance on the device.
DO NOT use the E-TUG-HD if the load-supporting elements sustain any structural damage. Structural elements
include, but are not limited to, the forks, carriage, and wheels. If structural damage is present, immediately
tag the unit "Out of Service" and inform maintenance personnel of the problem.
DO NOT use the E-TUG-HD if it makes unusual noises during operation.
DO NOT allow people to use tugger as rider.
DO NOT attempt to pull an unevenly distributed load. Always center and evenly distribute the load before pulling.
DO NOT operate the E-TUG-HD on surfaces (ramps or grades).
DO NOT leave the E-TUG-HD unattended while it supports a load. Completely disengage the load
from tugger.
DO NOT modify the tugger without first receiving written authorization from Vestil. Unauthorized
modifications may make the E-TUG-HD unsafe to use.
To maximize the service life of the tugger and to prevent damage:
Always store the machine in a secure, dry location where it will not interfere with traffic or other activities.
Maintain the product as suggested in "Maintenance & Inspections".
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EMOVING THE Narrow mast Stacker FROM THE
Narrow Mast stacker is shipped in ready-to-use condition. However, it must first be removed from the shipping
pallet before it can be used for the first time.
DO NOT attempt to pull the tugger off of the pallet; it might tip over and cause bodily injuries or
property damage. To minimize the risk of injury to yourself or other persons, perform the following steps to
remove the machine from the shipping pallet:
1. Remove all packing material.
2. Inform all personnel not participating in the unpacking process to clear the area.
3. Lift the E-TUG off of the pallet using a hoist or a with a capacity of at least 2,000 pounds. Always apply
the proper hoisting procedure or forklift operation practices you learned during your training program.
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